20 Oct Upcoming Local Events in the Naples Area

With Halloween only ten days away and the holiday season fast approaching, Southwest Florida is alive and kicking with can’t-miss events and activities! Whether you’re looking for some family fun or an intimate escape, there’s always something for you to do. Keep reading to catch a glimpse at what’s coming up in and around Naples, Florida.

Naples International Film Festival | October 27 – 30

Now in its eighth year, the Naples International Film Festival (NIFF) is a time for movie and art lovers alike to come together and celebrate the art of film. The festival kicks off with a red carpet opening night at Artis-Naples and features about 50 different films, including, narratives, documentaries, and shorts, before concluding with a wrap party at Silverspot Cinema. To learn more about the incredible independent films being honored this year and to purchase tickets, go to www.naplesfilmfest.com.

Stone Crab Festival | October 28 – 30

Locals and visitors alike flock from all over the world to celebrate the start of the Stone Crab season at Naples’s famous Stone Crab Festival. Family and friends come together to enjoy fresh seafood and endless fun while exploring the beautiful and scenic Naples waterfront. Shuttle from one activity to another aboard the Naples Trolley and indulge in fresh stone crab claws, live music, art, and much more. Check out www.stonecrabfest.org to learn more.

6th Annual Spooktacular on 5th | October 31

Looking for some family fun on All Hallows’ Eve? Look no further! From 4:30 to 9:30pm on Monday, October 31st, 5th Avenue South will be bustling with live music, trick-or-treating, haunted houses, live animals, a street dance, and more! Don’t forget to go all out with costumes for the whole family as the festival will include costume contents for kids, adults, and the family pet! For more information about the Spooktacular and to pre-register for the costume contests, go to www.fifthavenuesouth.com.

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